The Art of 3D Printing

Ivan Owen is the original creator of the world’s first 3D printed mechanical hand. Instead of patenting his design, Ivan released it to the world with an open source license, and in doing so, paved the way for the creation of the e-NABLE volunteer community.

The online world of 3D printing has grown into a culture of accessible, powerful design tools, a wealth of freely shared information & collaborative design. “The Art of 3D Printing” at Gage Academy will provide students with introductory knowledge with which they can design printable objects, make use of freely available software, and build upon the artistic work of others around the world as well as share their creations for others to build upon. By the end of the course, each student will have the opportunity to 3D print a design up to 3″x3″x3″ in size using a Makerbot Replicator 2; an example of a low-cost 3D printer.